Model Year | 2015 | 2019 | |
Model | Buick Regal | Kia Optima | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 182 hp@6700 172 lb-ft@4900 |
2.0L I4 Hybrid DOHC-4v 154 hp@6000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 107.8 in | 110.4 in | -2.6 in |
Length | 190.2 in | 191.1 in | -0.9 in |
Width | 73.1 in | 73.2 in | -0.1 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.7 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3642 lb. | 3486 lb. | 156 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 39.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.7 in | 58.1 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.0 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 45.5 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 56.4 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.3 in | 56.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 35.6 in | 1.7 in |
Total Legroom | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | 81.1 in (over 2 rows) | -1.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.2 ft3 | 15.9 ft3 | -1.7 ft3 |
2015 Buick Regal Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Both the Regal and 200 have much less rear seat room than the average midsize sedan. Adults up to about six feet in height will fit, but with little room to spare. see full Buick Regal review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Buick Regal.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2019 Kia Optima.